* "Countries with reported cases of new-type influenza" and "Countries in which cases of new-type influenza are suspected" has been corrected in May 12, 2009.
May 7, 2009
Committee for Infection Control Measures
Due to the continuing spread of Influenza A (H1N1, often referred to as "swine influenza"), the World Health Organization has raised the official pandemic alert level to phase 5.
In view of the risks involved, Kyoto University has established the following policy with regards to overseas travel. We ask that all Kyoto University students, faculty and staff members comply with the policy.
- Regarding overseas travel
(1) We strongly request that students, faculty and staff members refrain from traveling to countries where an outbreak of the new-type influenza has been reported.
(2) We request that students, faculty and staff members refrain from, or postpone, trips to countries where an outbreak of the new-type influenza is suspected. - When returning from a country where an outbreak of the new-type influenza has been reported or is suspected.
(1) We request that you remain at home for a period of seven days (including the day of your return). Faculty and staff members are prohibited from attending work during this period.
(2) In the event that a fever or other symptoms associated with influenza develop, we request that you follow the above instructions beyond the seven day period. - Measures for those who are currently in a country where an outbreak of the new-type influenza has been reported or is suspected.
(1) At present, students, faculty and staff members who are currently in countries where an outbreak of the new-type influenza has been reported or is suspected are not being requested to immediately return to Japan.
(2) We request that students, faculty and staff members currently in such countries obtain information from, and follow the instructions and recommendations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Japanese Embassies in those countries. In addition, we request that such persons take appropriate measures to prevent infection (e.g. mouth rinsing, washing hands, wearing a sanitary mask), and that they stay away from areas with a high risk of infection. - Other matters
In addition to keeping your affiliated faculty of department office informed regarding your physical condition, in the event that any change in you condition develops, please contact the Kyoto University Health Service, and follow the instructions given. Please do not independently seek treatment through your regular doctor or healthcare provider.
If you are unable to contact Kyoto University Health Service due to office hours or holidays, please contact a nearby public health center or the Kyoto City Symptoms Counseling Center (hatsu-netsu sodan senta).
Kyoto University Health Service
For inquiries relating to concerns about your physical condition please contact the Kyoto University Health Service at the telephone extension numbers below (Mon – Fri, 8:30am to 5:15pm).
- Yoshida District: 2405
- Katsura District: 7308
- Uji District: 4381
- Kumatori District: 2308
For other inquiries relating to this matter, please contact the Kyoto University General Affairs Department, Risk Management Officer at the following telephone number:(075)753-2226
Kyoto City Public Health Centers (Mon – Fri, 8:30am to 5:00pm)
http://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/hokenfukushi/page/0000003200.html (external link)
Kyoto City Health Promotion Section, Symptoms Counseling Center: 222-3421 (9:00am to 10:00pm)
- The Symptoms Counseling Center will operate during regular hours during golden week.
Countries with reported cases of new-type influenza (as of April 30)
Mexico, the United States of America, New Zealand, Canada, Great Britain, Spain, Germany, Israel, Austria, Australia, Costa Rica
Countries in which cases of new-type influenza are suspected (as of April 30)
France, Brazil, Colombia, Australia, Belgium, South Korea, Singapore, Peru, Guatemala, Denmark, Sweden, Greece, Italy, Czech Republic, Czechoslovakia, Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Thailand, Ireland, Norway, Argentina
Please refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for the latest information regarding countries in which a risk of infection has been identified.
Further References (external links)
- Health, Labour and Welfare Ministry
http://www.mhlw.go.jp/english/index.html - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Overseas Security
http://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/ - Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT): MEXT's measures against new-type influenza
http://www.mext.go.jp/a_menu/influtaisaku/ - Kyoto City Information Center: Information regarding Pandemic Influenza
http://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/hokenfukushi/page/0000061842.html